Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Alison Thomas’s organization
Sep 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Fish and Wildlife Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed several agenda items, including a petition to revise requirements for body gripping traps and a petition to extend the bobcat trapping season. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the Black Bear Rule, specifically discussing the potential second vote, clarifying definitions for control of dogs, and addressing concerns regarding bear management, including the prohibition of intentional take of denning bears or sows with cubs. The Commissioner provided updates on the beaver baffle program and staff appointments, and the board also finalized potential dates for the upcoming October meeting.
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Vermont Fish & Wildlife Endangered Species Committee Meeting
The meeting focused on legislative policy priorities and budget planning for the upcoming session, including expectations for the new fiscal year. The Committee discussed the Land Use Review Board's upcoming forest fragmentation rule-making process and the importance of public engagement. Significant attention was given to critical habitat designations under Act 181, emphasizing the need for direct communication with affected landowners. Finally, the group reviewed progress on the Grasshopper Sparrow habitat management project at the airport, specifically addressing negotiations with the Federal Aviation Administration regarding potential federal funding clawbacks.
Sep 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Fish and Wildlife Board Meeting Minutes
The Board conducted final votes on multiple rulemaking sections concerning big game reporting, big game tagging, bow and arrow standards, and the use of leashed tracking dogs. Additionally, a Commissioner's update was provided.
Aug 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed potential updates to the rule governing the take of fur-bearing wildlife, specifically focusing on the measurement of body-gripping traps, the extension of the sunset date for lynx exclusion BMPs, and the rulemaking process. Various motions regarding the timing and procedures for updating these rules were introduced and discussed, ultimately resulting in a decision to revisit the topic at a future meeting. Additionally, the commissioner provided updates on legislative policy development, staff training, and seasonal wildlife management activities.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
